ThinkLA

We are so proud to support Asians In Advertising at their third annual Breaking Barriers summit being held at Snap Inc. headquarters in Santa Monica. ThinkLA is offering career advice and connection as our way to support this incredible community.

From the Vault: Pokeraoke 2017: Celebrating 10 Years of Funk. 📹🎙️🃏 The concept was simple. A Texas Hold 'em poker tournament on one side of the room. A karaoke stage on the other. 600+ of LA's marketing, advertising, and media professionals somewhere in between; competing, laughing, and building the kind of relationships that do not happen in a conference room. 10 years into building LA's marketing and media community, ThinkLA threw a party that looked nothing like a traditional industry event. It was as chaotic and incredible as it sounds. Eleven years later, we are still talking about it. 10 Years of Funk. That was the theme. That was the truth. We are at 20 now. And looking back at 2017 is a reminder of exactly why we do this. If you were there, who won the poker tournament? And more importantly, who got on the mic? #ThinkLA20 #ThinkLA #FromTheVault #Pokeraoke #LAMarketing #MarketingCommunity

We’re excited to partner with GamesBeat Summit 2026 — May 18–19, Los Angeles. This is the working room where games, AI, Hollywood, brands & tech converge—built for real conversations, real deals, and real outcomes. Founders, C-suite leaders, investors, and creators shaping the future of interactive entertainment will be there. Special offers (limited time): - BOGO Deal (Now through May 3): Buy one pass, get a second complimentary—bring a colleague, partner, or client to maximize your time onsite -25% off regular tickets: use code GBS26-CP25 - 10% off VIP GB MAX Premium ($1200): use code GBMSummit26CP10 Includes full Summit ticket, curated networking, and a full year of premium content & community - See the speaker lineup & agenda →  GamesBeat Summit 26 Don’t just watch the $200B gaming market grow—join the leaders who are building it. Get your ticket now: https://lnkd.in/gNf4DuyT #THINKLA #partnerad #partnership

Corporate member Wonderful Agency has launched a new Mother’s Day campaign for Teleflora, “If You’ve Worried,” a heartfelt reminder that a mother’s love — not perfection — is what defines a great mom. “If You’ve Worried” will run across premium connected TV, YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and other parent-focused media outlets and podcasts. The campaign is rooted in key insights from a new national survey commissioned by Teleflora, which found that 91% of mothers experience “mom guilt” and nearly 3 in 4 moms say at times they worry they’re not doing enough for their kids. To unpack these insights, Teleflora partnered with parenting experts Deena Margolin and Kristin Gallant of Big Little Feelings, known for their relatable approach to modern parenting. Together, the campaign and partnership reinforce a simple but powerful message this Mother’s Day: if you’ve worried whether you’re doing enough, it’s because you care deeply—and that love is what makes you a great mom. https://lnkd.in/gSyaVpt8

The entertainment industry isn't slowing down for anyone. Streaming wars, AI reshaping every part of the pipeline, audiences fragmenting faster than ever, the disruption is real, and so is the opportunity. ThinkLA's Entertainment Brunch: Finding Opportunity in the Chaos presented by Precisify brings together leaders from across entertainment, media, and marketing to talk through what's actually working right now and where the industry is heading next. Speakers include Alex Andujar, M.A., VP, Domestic Media & Promotions, Sony Pictures Entertainment Kjerstin Beatty, EVP Media Strategy & Planning, NBCUniversal Adam Besserman, Head of AI Business Development, Prime Video & Amazon MGM Studios Sean B., SVP of Media Strategy & Planning, Starz Dennis Camlek, Executive Vice President Client Service, WPP Media Nikkole Denson-Randolph, SVP & Chief Content Officer, AMC Theatres Lindsay Dye, SVP Media, Universal Pictures Blad Norman, SVP Marketing, Tubi Lance Reiss, SVP Advertising & Media Strategy, Multi-Platform Marketing, FX Networks Jennifer Rodis, President NA, Publicis Imagine 🗓️ Thursday, May 28, 2026 ⏰ 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM 📍Beverly Hilton Hotel 🔗https://lnkd.in/gEyCZwEY #thinklaentertainment

The 2026 Essential Facts About the U.S. Video Game Industry report does not drop until June. Gaming Brunch attendees will hear the findings in May. Aubrey Quinn 🔜 iicon, SVP of Communications and Public Affairs at the Entertainment Software Association, is keynoting Gaming Brunch on May 14 with an exclusive preview of unreleased research findings; the most comprehensive look at the U.S. gaming industry available anywhere right now. 55 years ago, Americans were introduced to video games. Today, gaming is not just a pastime; it is the blueprint for how serious businesses operate. Aubrey is coming to Gaming Brunch to show exactly why, with data to back every word of it. This is the only place you will hear this before June. 🗓️ Thursday, May 14, 2026 ⏰ 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM 📍 Skirball Cultural Center 🔗https://lnkd.in/g-9Zr_2u #GamingBrunch #ThinkLA #GamingMarketing #GamingIndustry #ESA #VideoGames #MarketingStrategy #LAMarketing #AdTech

Los Angeles creatives have been through a lot lately. Layoffs, uncertainty, career transitions—and for many, the loss of mental health support right when it’s needed most. That’s why Three's a Crowd is sharing Creative Reset LA — a free mental health event for creatives navigating layoffs or unemployment. They're creating space for our community to reset, reconnect, and access support through wellness experiences, conversation, and care. If you believe in supporting creative people during hard seasons, we truly appreciate your help. Someone in your network may need this right now. Free to attend Inglewood, CA RSVP link https://lnkd.in/gzR3wiSH Thank you for your support. #CreativeResetLA #MentalHealthMatters #CreativeCommunity #Layoffs #LosAngeles #Wellness #CommunityCare #Creatives #SupportCreatives #MentalHealthAwareness

From the Vault: 2011 📼🎥 The Schmooze Cruise. If you know, you know. Every summer, ThinkLA took hundreds of LA's marketing, advertising, and media professionals out on the water in Marina del Rey — because some of the best relationships in this industry were never going to happen in a conference room. At its peak the Schmooze Cruise brought together 550+ attendees on Hornblower Yachts for an evening of real conversation, real connection, and the kind of networking that actually sticks. Twenty years of building this community. The Schmooze Cruise was one of the moments that made it what it is. If you were on that boat, we want to hear your memories in the comments. #ThinkLA20 #ThinkLA #FromTheVault #SchmoozeCruise #LAMarketing #MarketingCommunity

There are four days left to vote in the IDEA Awards! If you have not cast your vote yet, now is the time. Three categories recognize the people driving LA's marketing and media industry forward: Salesperson of the Year Agency Leader of the Year Partner of the Year Voting closes Tuesday, April 28. Make your voice count. https://lnkd.in/gKbKC5cg #thinklaIDEAAwards #ThinkLA #LAMarketing #MarketingCommunity

Gaming has become one of the most powerful cultural and entertainment platforms in the world. So why are so many brands still sitting on the sidelines? ThinkLA's Gaming Brunch: The Next Level of Play, presented by Xbox Media Solutions (Formerly Activision Blizzard Media), the Non-Endemic panel brings together leaders from brands that are not traditionally part of the gaming ecosystem, but have made it a critical part of their marketing strategy anyway. Ryan Murray, Global Sr. Director of Performance and Innovation at OMD Scott Thornton, Media Director, Team One Sheena D., VP of Brand Marketing at Jack in the Box Todd Lichten, Head of Entertainment and Lifestyle Partnerships at Roblox 🗓️ Thursday, May 14, 2026 ⏰ 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM 📍 Skirball Cultural Center 🔗https://lnkd.in/g-9Zr_2u #thinklagaming #gamingmarketing #gamingindustry